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Draslovka expands into sodium-ion batteries in partnership with U.S. Manufacturer Natron Energy

Draslovka a.s, (“Draslovka” or the “Company”) a global provider of sustainability-led technologies, reagents and services for mining and the energy transition, is pleased to announce it has agreed to a research and development (“R&D”) partnership with Natron Energy, Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of sodium-ion batteries, as its core partner in the development, commercialisation and large-scale production of high-quality Prussian blue material required for its proprietary sodium-ion battery technologies.

Draslovka and Curtin University collaborate on $3m project to revolutionise mining extraction

Draslovka a.s, a provider of sustainability-led technologies, reagents and services for mining and the energy transition, has announced that its Mining Process Solutions (MPS) division has entered a $3 million research collaboration with Curtin University, to commercialise a safer more sustainable mineral extraction technology using Draslovka’s glycine leaching technology (GLT).

Draslovka’s Glycine Leaching Technology to retreat and monetise gold and nickel tailings in Western Australia

Draslovka’s proprietary Glycine Leaching Technology will be an enabler for the extraction of realisable value from Poseidon’s gold and nickel tailings at its Windarra property.

Draslovka Announces its 2023 Full-Year Results

Best-ever year for Sodium Cyanide volume sales and strong sales of licensing of proprietary Glycine Leaching Technology

Draslovka's Commitment to Sustainability: 2023 Report Highlights

In our 2023 Sustainability Report, we outline our substantial achievements and future goals, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to sustainability.

Draslovka consolidates agricultural products and fumigation services as INTRESO Group

Announces the consolidation of its activities currently centered on the Draslovka Agricultural Solutions into a stand-alone business under the INTRESO brand.

Draslovka and Barrick Gold commence commercial use of Glycine Leaching Technology for gold mining

At Bulyanhulu Gold Mine, the GlyCat pilot programme has led to an 80% reduction in cyanide consumption while achieving gold recoveries that are comparable to traditional cyanidation.

Draslovka in talks to expand Memphis plant with new caustic soda production facility

Draslovka is in advanced discussions with technology-driven producers of caustic and chlor-alkali derivatives, including Spolchemie and several other international businesses.

Draslovka announces GlyLeach partnership with Jubilee Metals

The partnership with Jubilee Metals, a major company in the tailings recovery space, highlights the significant potential for Draslovka’s leaching products to be used for mining waste management.

First global commercial heap leach use of GlyCat Process

The recent heap leach trial demonstrated higher recoveries than conventional cyanidation, with 78% overall gold recovery. This was achieved with a 65% reduction in cyanide and high recyclability of the glycine. Overall, due to high cyanide unit costs, the total reagent costs are projected to be reduced by over 70%.

Draslovka Announces its 2022 Full-Year Results

Transformative year with strong progress on revenue

Draslovka 2022 Sustainability Report

We are proud to announce the release of the Draslovka inaugural Sustainability Report, which marks an important milestone in our commitment to sustainable business practices and responsible corporate citizenship.

Draslovka forms Advisory Board to Support Growth Plans, Stakeholder Relations and Corporate Governance

The creation of an Advisory Board will support the Company as it enters a new phase of global growth and deepens its product reach.

Draslovka Expands Technology Offering through Acquisition of Blue Cube Systems

Blue Cube has installed more than 100 real-time mineral analysers across mines worldwide and has a strong growth profile, especially in Africa and Australia.

Draslovka Executive Claudia Marquez Makes History as First Woman Appointed President of ANIQ

As an organization, Draslovka extends its heartfelt congratulations to Claudia Marquez on her historic appointment as President of ANIQ.

Australia Registers BLUEFUME™ as an Environmentally Sustainable Structural Fumigation Option

BLUFUME offers Australian companies who have traditionally used archaic fumigants as part of their pest management programs an environmentally sustainable alternative, enabling them to significantly reduce their emissions on their path to carbon neutrality.

Barrick Gold to roll out Draslovka’s Glycine leaching technology worldwide

The implementation of Draslovka’s technology can potentially unlock substantive savings and generate value for Barrick’s operations while improving their environmental footprint. GlyCat will enable a major shift for the mining industry’s sustainability profile by substantive replacement of cyanide used in processing of gold ores with a non-toxic, food-grade reagent that is recyclable.

Bloomberg: Draslovka Bets on ESG-Friendly Mining Shift

“The glycine method is a game-changer,” said Bruzek. “It will help businesses boost their top line and their bottom line, while also ticking all the ESG boxes.”

Draslovka’s breakthrough glycine leaching technology is selected as part of tailings reduction initiative with Rio Tinto, OZ Minerals and Boliden

Cutting-edge glycine leaching technology has been selected to be part of the OZ Minerals’ Think & Act Differently (“TAD”) incubator and their Waste-to-Value Challenge. The Challenge sees Rio Tinto and Boliden working in collaboration with OZ Minerals to eliminate, minimise, reuse, or find new value in mine tailings and ultimately reduce the global carbon footprint of the mining industry.

Draslovka Expands Production of Green Tyre Technology to Meet Growing Demand

The expansion will allow Draslovka to meet the needs of global tyre manufacturers focused on sustainable products to support the global green transition.

Draslovka a.s. 2021 Annual Report

"The year 2021 was a year of transformation for Draslovka.."

End of methyl bromide use now in sight – EDN approved for use in New Zealand from today

The EPA’s approval of EDN for use and import in New Zealand offers the first direct replacement to existing log fumigation treatments, most commonly methyl bromide. Methyl bromide is a prolific ozone depletor and extremely harmful to the health of fumigators and local communities.

Draslovka Acquires Intreso Group

Intreso is a leading European player in pest control treatment services of cargo and goods. The newly acquired operations will form part of Draslovka’s Agricultural Solutions business, enabling Draslovka to significantly expand its vertically integrated service offering in Europe.

Draslovka Temporarily Suspends Production of Sodium Cyanide in Europe

Draslovka investor note on Russia and Ukraine

Draslovka Statement on the invasion of Ukraine

Draslovka strongly condemns the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation, which has led to tragic loss of life and has brought open war again to Europe.

Draslovka announces $150 million Partnership with Oaktree and Acquisition of Mining and Process Solutions

Oaktree will invest US$150m in Draslovka providing preferred equity capital to support the Company’s growth strategy. Draslovka also today announces the completion of the acquisition of Australia based Mining & Process Solutions (“MPS”), a business that owns the exclusive rights to the Glycine Leaching process.

Draslovka relocates equipment from the Laguna, Mexico site

Draslovka will continue to fully supply all of its Mexico-based clients from its productive plants in operation.

Draslovka Completes $521 million Acquisition of Chemours’ Mining Solutions Business

This completion makes Draslovka the global leader in the manufacture, technological development, and distribution of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) based specialty chemical products.

Draslovka reacts to Competetion Commission decision

Draslovka is reviewing its legal options with respect to the decision and will seek to engage with the Competition Commission to find resolution for it to secure regulatory approval in the near future.

Draslovka Announces Acquisition of Chemours’ Mining Solutions Business for $520 million

The acquisition marks Draslovka’s first major investment in the US and advances the company’s international expansion plans.

Draslovka aquires Sasol’s sodium cyanide business

This will be Draslovka’s first major investment into the African continent and forms part of its international expansion plans.

The Draslovka Group pioneers next-gen soil fumigant in Australia

New technology of wood fumigation against bark beetle